Department: Food & Beverage
Location: Pins Bar & Grill – Drummond Island Resort
Reports To: Food & Beverage Supervisor / Manager
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time | Seasonal (Potential Year-Round Opportunities)
Job Summary
Join the team at Pins Bar & Grill, one of Drummond Island's busiest and most popular gathering places. More than just a bartender, you'll be part entertainer, part host, and part ambassador for the Resort—creating memorable experiences for local residents, island visitors, golfers, and vacationing families.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced bartender who enjoys a fast-paced environment, thrives on guest interaction, and takes pride in delivering exceptional hospitality. Strong performers have the opportunity to earn excellent income while working alongside an experienced and supportive team in one of Northern Michigan's most unique resort destinations.
If you're passionate about craft cocktails, local hospitality, and creating an atmosphere guests want to return to, we'd love to meet you.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Welcome guests with genuine hospitality and create an inviting atmosphere.
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes and service standards.
- Maintain complete knowledge of beer, wine, spirits, cocktails, and featured promotions.
- Make recommendations and engage guests to enhance their overall dining experience.
- Process beverage and food orders accurately using the Point-of-Sale system.
- Ensure guests receive prompt, friendly, and attentive service throughout their visit.
- Verify guest identification and comply with all Michigan liquor laws and responsible alcohol service requirements.
- Monitor guest alcohol consumption and professionally refuse service when appropriate.
- Work closely with servers, cooks, and managers to ensure smooth, efficient service during busy meal periods.
- Prepare garnishes, stock beer, liquor, wine, mixers, glassware, and supplies before each shift.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary bar throughout the shift.
- Perform opening, closing, cleaning, and cash-handling procedures accurately.
- Assist with inventory counts and communicate product shortages to management.
- Promote Resort amenities, events, entertainment, golf, dining specials, and upcoming activities whenever appropriate.
- Resolve guest concerns professionally, escalating issues to management when necessary.
- Maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude while supporting fellow associates throughout the operation.
- Assist with special events, banquets, tournaments, weddings, and Resort functions as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Previous bartending experience in a high-volume restaurant, resort, or bar preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of beer, wine, spirits, and classic cocktails.
- Excellent guest service and communication skills.
- Friendly, outgoing personality with the ability to build rapport with guests.
- Ability to remain calm, organized, and professional during busy service periods.
- Strong multitasking and time-management skills.
- Experience with Point-of-Sale systems preferred.
- Current ServSafe Alcohol Certification preferred (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak resort periods.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
- Reach, bend, stoop, and carry supplies throughout the shift.
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Drummond Island Resort?
At Drummond Island Resort, hospitality is more than a job—it's an opportunity to create unforgettable experiences in one of Michigan's most beautiful destinations.
Our bartenders enjoy:
- Competitive earning potential, including tips.
- Flexible full-time and part-time schedules.
- Employee dining and lodging discounts.
- Golf and recreational privileges.
- 401(k) with company match (based on eligibility).
- Earned Sick Time (based on eligibility).
- Potential year-round employment
